Repealed and added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 788, Sec. 15. (SB 776) Effective January 1, 2026.
For purposes of this chapter, “Dispensing Ophthalmic Business” means a person or entity that meets either of the following criteria:
(a)Is engaged in the business of dispensing prescription ophthalmic devices, as defined in Section 2541.
(b)Satisfies both of the following requirements:
(1)Has executed a lease, sublease,
contract, or other written agreement with a licensed physician and surgeon or optometrist, or a corporation or other business entity for which a licensed physician and surgeon or optometrist is a shareholder, director, or officer.
(2)Offers, advertises, or performs optical services for the general public on behalf of a licensed physician and surgeon or optometrist, or a corporation or other business entity for which a licensed physician and surgeon or optometrist is a shareholder, director, or officer.
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